Quick answer
Hover over a sticky note's edge until blue arrows appear, then click and drag to another sticky note to draw a connector line, which Miro calls a flow. Release to link them, then customize the line style, add arrowheads, or type a label to describe the relationship between the two ideas.
Steps at a glance
- Add sticky notes to your board
- Hover over a note's edge to reveal connector points
- Click and drag to another sticky note to draw a flow line
- Release to attach the line between both notes
- Customize the line style, color, and arrowhead
- Double-click the line to add a text label
- Repeat to connect multiple notes into a sequence
Summary
Flows are the connector lines in Miro that link sticky notes together to show relationships, sequences, or dependencies between ideas. They turn a wall of scattered notes into a visual map that's easier to read, discuss, and act on during brainstorms and reviews.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open your board and add sticky notes
Open the Miro board you want to work on, or start a new one. If you haven't placed your ideas down yet, follow the steps to add sticky notes first, since you need at least two notes on the canvas before you can connect them with a flow.
Step 2
Hover over a sticky note to find connector points
Move your cursor to the edge of a sticky note without clicking. Small blue arrows or dots will appear around the border — these are the connector anchors Miro uses to start a flow line.
Step 3
Drag from one sticky note to another
Click one of the blue anchor points and drag your cursor toward the second sticky note you want to link. A line will follow your cursor; release the mouse button once it touches the target note to create the connection.
Step 4
Adjust the flow line's style
Click the new line to select it. A toolbar appears letting you change the line color, thickness, and whether it's solid or dashed. You can also switch the arrowhead style to show direction, or remove arrowheads for a neutral connection.
Step 5
Label the flow to explain the relationship
Double-click anywhere on the line to open a text field, then type a short label such as "leads to" or "blocks" to clarify how the two sticky notes relate. This is especially useful when building out a retrospective board where you're tracking cause-and-effect between action items.
Step 6
Connect additional sticky notes into a sequence
Repeat the drag-and-connect process to link more notes, building out chains or branching flows. Use the Tab key after selecting a sticky note to quickly duplicate it in a row, then connect each new note as you go.
Step 7
Review and share the connected board
Zoom out to check that your flows make sense and nothing overlaps awkwardly. Once you're happy with the layout, share the board or invite teammates to review the connections together.
Why this matters
You're running a retrospective or planning session and need to show how ideas connect, not just list them separately. Adding flows between sticky notes turns a scattered board into a clear map of cause, effect, and sequence that your whole team can follow at a glance.
Frequently asked questions
Is adding flows to sticky notes available on Miro's free plan?
Yes, connector lines and flows are a core drawing feature available on Miro's free plan, with no upgrade required to draw, style, or label them.
Can I add text to a flow line between sticky notes?
Yes. Double-click directly on the line to open a text box, then type a label describing the relationship, such as a step number or dependency note.
Do flows work the same way in mind maps and flowcharts?
Yes, the same connector tool is used across Miro boards, including when you create a flowchart or build out a mind map, so the skills carry over.
Can teammates see and edit flows I've added?
Anyone with edit access to the board can view, adjust, or add new flows, so make sure your sharing permissions match who needs to collaborate.
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